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Principle of Least Privilege (PoLP)
Security
Minimize permissions to reduce attack surface.
Definition
PoLP is a security principle that limits identities and processes to the minimum permissions and scope needed, reducing exposure to misuse and escalation.
In plain English
Minimize permissions to reduce attack surface.
Why this matters
Why it matters: It reduces lateral movement and limits impact of compromised credentials or software flaws.
Example
Example: Restricting service accounts to only required database tables and operations.